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Technical data

This 318i AT (140 hp) engine was fitted in the E36 Cabriolet, which was produced by BMW from 1990 to 2000. In addition to this engine, 13 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km11.2litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km8.1litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km9.8litre
Fuel tank capacity65litre
Cruising rangefrom 580 to 800km
Fuel95 RON

Engine

Displacement1796cm3
Engine power140bhp
RPM at max powerto 6 000RPM
Maximum torque175Nm
RPM at max torque4500RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder4
Bore84mm
Stroke81mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle10.4m

Body

Seats4
Length4433mm
Width1710mm
Height1348mm
Wheelbase2700mm
Front track1408mm
Rear track1421mm
Kerb weight1465kg
Gross weight1845kg
Displacement380kg
Min. boot capacity230litre
Max. boot capacity230litre
Body typeCabriolet

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, Trailing arms, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City13.4 litres / 100km
Highway9.7 litres / 100km
Average11.8 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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